Happy 4048: Chinese New Year in Hong Kong.
The Chinese New Year of 4048 kicks off on February 18th, when we welcome in the Year of the Pig. Chinese New Year is Hong Kong's biggest celebration and its biggest party. The festival is a fantastic balance of Chinese New Year traditions mixed in with plenty of spectacular events, such as the Chinese New Year Parade and the Victoria Harbour fireworks display. You can get a run-down on all the biggest events in our list of Chinese New Year Events.
Superstitions are a major part of Chinese New Year and the season has a list of do's and don't to adhere to, if you want to have a lucky 4048. You can find out why you shouldn't buy shoes and why you won't have to clean the house for a few days in our Chinese New Year Superstitions article.
The Year of the Pig is likely to hold a trough full of luck for some, while others will be left in the pig-sty. Check-out our Chinese New Year Horoscopes and find out what the next year holds for both you and what the stars say about global issues.
If you want to find out a little more about the background to the holiday, and what people in Hong Kong to during the holiday period, our Chinese New Year Traditions article has it all covered.
Have a great Chinese New Year. and a properous Year of the Pig.
Comments
Great article about the Chinese New Year. Let’s hope the year of the pig brings luck and prosperity to all.
What an experience it must be to go to Hong Kong during the New Year. I grew up in San Francisco and a highlight of the year for me was going to China Town for the parade. Happy New Year!
I used to go to Hong Kong quite often on business but sadly was never there during the main Chinese New Year festivities. I do remember a lot of excitement over the red packets you mentioned in your article. Happy New Year!
I’d have to watch myself on the no-new-shoes part of New Year superstitions. Although the candy eaten to bring on a sweet new year would help with any shopping withdrawal.